How To Fix AA079 - Translation method & is not complete.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Translation method & is not complete.

What causes this issue?

You entered translation method &V1&. This translation method is not
ready to be used.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Complete this translation method in Asset Customizing. You can
use the translation method when all of the following features are
maintained:
foreign currency
exchange rate type
translation according to
capitalization date
freely chosen date
customer-defined translation
When you use a freely chosen date, enter the month and the day.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA079 - Translation method & is not complete. ?

  The SAP error message AA079 ("Translation method & is not complete") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is an issue with the translation method used for currency translation in asset accounting. This error indicates that the translation method defined in the system is not fully configured or is missing necessary components.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The translation method may not have been fully set up in the system. This could include missing parameters or settings that are required for the translation method to function correctly.
  Missing Currency Types: The translation method may not have the necessary currency types defined, which are essential for the conversion process.
  Incorrect Assignment: The translation method may not be correctly assigned to the relevant company code or asset class.
  Customizations: If there are customizations in the system, they may not align with the standard configuration, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Translation Methods.
  Verify that the translation method in question is fully configured with all required parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Types:
  
  Ensure that all necessary currency types are defined for the translation method.
  Check if the currency types are correctly assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Assign Translation Method:
  
  Ensure that the translation method is correctly assigned to the relevant company code and asset class.
  You can check this in the configuration under Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Define Asset Classes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making any changes, test the configuration by trying to post an asset transaction that would trigger the translation method.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on the specific translation method and its requirements.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message that may provide additional insights or patches.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (to access configuration settings)
  OAYZ (to define translation methods)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this specific error.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting for further assistance.